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June 28, 2023

SUMMER BREAK

Please note that the Friends are taking a summer hiatus from program offerings.

We have planned a program on September 10th with Barbara Israel speaking on antique garden ornaments, followed by a book sale and signing. More details to follow.

Also, on October 21st, we will host the American Conifer Society for our Annual Tree Symposium. Stay tuned.



AT THE FRELINGHUYSEN

Here are just a few of the unusual plants used in this year's entrance gardens to the Haggerty Education Center. Plantings made possible by a grant from the Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum.

Talinum paniculatum 'Jewels of Opar': A succulent subshrub commonly known as Fame Flower or Pink Baby's Breath. The bright lime green leaves and small pink flowers held atop thin dark stems are a lovely addition to the garden bed. The plant is native to much of North and South America and the Caribbean.

Mangave 'Silver Fox': A hybrid plant that offers the attractive structure of Agave and the faster growth and colors of Manfreda. It has broad, toothed blades with a thick waxy coating and can tolerate more water than other succulents.

Berkheya purpurea 'Zulu Warrior': A deep rooted and drought tolerant South African native perennial. It has single, smoky lavender flowers with dark purple centers held atop flower stalks that can reach 3 feet in height. The plant has spiky silvery green leaves and makes an excellent cut flower.

Ptilotus exaltatus 'Joey': A compact, shherbaceous perennial with large, long lasting, conical spikes of feathery flowers. Attracts bees and butterflies and is a good cut flower.


Talinum Jewels of Opar Berkheya Zulu Warrior
Mangave Silver Fox Ptilotus Joey

Click an image to see them all in our website's picture gallery. Picture credits: Margery Ennist.



MORRIS COUNTY PARK COMMISSION PROGRAM

Floral Arranging with Garden Flowers
Tuesday, July 18 - 10 AM to 11:00 AM

Visit the Arboretum's gardens, learn how to correctly cut flowers and successfully arrange them into a beautiful, long-lasting display.

Click on the flyer for more information and to register.



WATCH PREVIOUS ZOOM PRESENTATIONS

Several of our previously recorded events are available to watch on-line.

See our Prerecorded Events page for more information and to register.


Retail Partners

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CONTACT US HERE

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Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum
Post Office Box 2267
Morristown, NJ 07962
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PARK INFORMATION

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The Frelinghuysen Arboretum is a facility of
the Morris County Park Commission
  • Frelinghuysen, Willowwood and Bamboo Brook Arboreta grounds are open 7 days a week, from 8am to dusk
  • The Haggerty Education Center is open to the public on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays only from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
  • Parking is limited. Other buildings remain closed. Portajohns are available.
  • HUNTING IN THE PARKS - See the Morris County Park Commission website.


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